Japanese Lacquered Wooden Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Komainu Red Fabric OM96 metal Oxidization on hinges and pull

Japanese Lacquered Wooden Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Komainu Red Fabric OM96 metal Oxidization on hinges and pullVtg Japanese Lacquered Wooden Shishi Lion Mask This is a Japanese lacquered wooden shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This gorgeous piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden frame and hinge attached to a string, and the ears are

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